FAQs

  • • General Admission ($5)
    • Taste Pack – Entry + 4 tokens ($20)
    • Family Bundle –4 admissions + 4 Food Plates + 4 Special Drinks ($80)
    • Workshop – Reserved Session ($20)

  • We’ll be serving a wide variety of authentic and modern Korean foods:

    • Traditional Favorites: Bulgogi (marinated beef), Japchae (stir-fried glass noodles), Kimchi

    • Korean Street Foods: Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), Mandu (dumplings)

    • Fusion Specials: Korean Smash Burger by GoChew Burger

    • Desserts & Drinks: Hawchae (fruit punch), Korean Punch Drink, and a variety of Korean sweets and refreshments

  • Our festival will feature engaging workshops for all ages and interests, including:

    • Korean 101: Learn how to say your name and simple Korean phrases.

    • Korean Culture 101: An introduction to Korean traditions, history, and everyday life.

    • K-Pop Dance Workshop: Beginner-friendly class where anyone can try K-pop dance moves.

    • Korean Language for Kids: A fun class by the Kansas City Korean School designed for children and families.

    • Hands-on Crafts: Experience Korean arts, crafts, and cultural items you can make and take home.

    For more information, go to kcarirang.org/workshop

  • This year’s festival will showcase a wide variety of exciting performances, including:

    • Korean Traditional Wedding Ceremony

    • K-Pop Dance Performances by talented KC-based dance teams

    • Korean Traditional Dance

    • Taekwondo Demonstrations from local martial arts groups

    • Interactive Korean Games with the audience

    • Bulldak Ramen Challenge for the brave and adventurous!

  • No. It requires a separate $10 ticket for reserved seating.

  • • Children 12 & under
    • UMKC students (with valid ID)
    (Only Admission)

  • Buy online → Get a QR code by email → Scan at entrance to pick up wristband & tokens.

  • UMKC Student Union
    5100 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO 64110

  • Free parking is available at the UMKC Cherry Street Parking Structure:

    5005 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64110

  • A designated drop-off zone is available at the main entrance of the Student Union building for easier accessibility.

    🚫 Please note: The parking lot next to the Student Union will be used as the Food Zone this year and is not available for parking.

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